A Specialized Function Shared by the Many Cells Lining the Lungs

question 25

Multiple Choice

A specialized function shared by the many cells lining the lungs and the lumen of the gut is

• A)decreased oxygen demand due to the lack of oxygen in foods.
• B)increased exchange surface provided by their membranes.
• C)greater numbers of cell organelles contained within their cytoplasm.
• D)greater protection due to increased cellular mass.
• E)lowered basal metabolic rate due to cooperation between cells.

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